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Blaine City Council Approves $669K Contract for City Well Inspections

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The Blaine City Council authorized a contract worth $669,125 to inspect four city wells and perform necessary repairs. The contract allows the mayor and city manager to award the work to Keys Well Drilling. The project budget, including a 10% contingency, totals $736,037.50, and work is scheduled to begin in early 2027.

From hometownsource.com

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The contract addresses the maintenance of wells installed between 1960 and 1976, which have not undergone major inspections since 2006 or 2010. The city plans to fund the project through its water utility fund, while council members questioned the use of unapproved budget funds.

From hometownsource.com

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  • Chris MassogliaCouncil Member who questioned the use of unapproved budget funds for the project.
  • RobertsonCouncil Member who called for a dialogue on city well maintenance.

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